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Weight

8-10 lbs

Height

10-12.5 inches

Color(s)

clear red, stag red, black and tan

Overview

The Miniature Pinscher, also known as "The King of the Toys" is a feisty little breed with a sense of humor, terrific energy, and is very courageous. This breed is very eager to learn and experience new surroundings. However, if given the chance this energetic fellow will escape from confinement. Usually seen with a docked tail and erect ears, this breed will be sure to steal your heart.

Character

Miniature Pinschers are very loyal, alert, and playful. This breed does require proper socialization as a puppy, as they can be weary of strangers. They are peppy little dogs that enjoy the company of their companions. This breed if properly socialized can do well around children and other pets.

Temperament

This breed needs proper exercise, as they are very inquisitive and vigorous. This breed is recommended for households with only well-behaved children and would do well with other pets if properly socialized. Very headstrong, this dog requires consistency and firm handling otherwise may become somewhat of a tyrant.

Care

Miniature Pinschers have a very spirited personality, which requires energy and patience. A very low maintenance breed when it comes to grooming. Wipe down with a cloth daily to remove excess hair would be sufficient for this short haired and average shedding breed.

Coat

This shorthaired toy breed does not require much maintenance when it comes to the coat. Acceptable colors for this breed are as follows, solid clear red, stag red, Black and Rust, Chocolate and rust. The Miniature Pinscher is most commonly seen in Stag Red and Black and rust, however other colors are available.

Training

As with many toy breeds, this dog can be rather difficult to house train. Consistency is the key to training this sometimes stubborn little dog. This intelligent breed is very eager to learn and if given the proper training, will thrive.

Activity

Definitely an energetic fellow that requires exercise. Good for apartment life, but a regular romp and play would quickly satisfy the curiosity of this breed. A few short walks per day should also be sufficient. This eager little breed is sure to keep your on your toes.

Ownership

Help reduce the number of Miniature Pinscher puppies in shelters by doing your due diligence. Many puppies are often purchased with little or no knowledge of what goes into parenting one. Uneducated decisions often leave the puppy in need of adoption and in the care of rescue groups. Bringing home a puppy into your family has many benefits but we first implore you to educate yourself. An informed decision will take into account the characteristics of the breed, your lifestyle, expected veterinary care, the demands and limitations of owning one, their activity requirements and levels of companionship required.

Featured Miniature Pinscher Breeder

Finch's PetsMember Since: April 2005Location: Springfield, Missouri

We raise quality AKC registered Miniature Pinscher and Bloodhound puppies. We like our babies to go to forever pet homes. We have mostly black & rust/tan. The occasional chocolate & rust/tan, red, blue and fawn in the Min pins and black & tan, Liver and tan and red in the bloodhounds. Prices start a...

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Anonymous asked:

12/30/2014 7:36:22 AM

12/30/2014 7:36:22 AM

Price for Miniature Pinscher How much for a Miniature Pinscher in general... for a min pin puppy with papers vs one without??

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Anonymous

The average cost of an Miniature Pinscher puppy from a reputable and qualified breeder is $1000.00 - $1250.00 per pup with papers. Puppies without papers will be considerably less, but then you have a possibility of buying from a back yard breeder or puppy mill.12/30/2014 11:16:53 AM

Anonymous

Average in my area is $600.00 to $900.00. Miniature Pinscher puppies without papers generally sell as low a $150.00. Puppies sold with limited registration is the same as getting one without papers.2/18/2015 5:18:00 PM

poopedout asked:

6/27/2014 10:12:07 AM

6/27/2014 10:12:07 AM

Help with housetraining a Miniature Pinscher I recently adopted a one-year old MinPin mix. He's the best dog but I can't deal with the pooping. He poops anywhere and everywhere including his crate and my lap. I take him out very frequently but he never give me any signal that he needs to go. Doesn't mind sleeping in his own poop. I'm at my wits end. Always had big dogs and they were easy to housetrain. I do not free feed and do not feed/water after 5PM. Any suggestions?

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Anonymous

If he is not showing you signs, you are either missing the signs or there is something medically wrong. It is best to get him checked out by a vet. If he is deemed healthy, then the next thing you need to do is tether him to you at all times. This way, you can always be there when he does start to show signs. Take him out every 2 hours and throw a party for him when he does his business outside with praise and treats. He will get it.6/27/2014 5:19:50 PM

Anonymous

Get a 2 hour kitchen timer - take the dog out - set the timer and every 2 hours when it dings make the trip outside (*day and night until he is getting the idea). If the dog is having issues with being able to hold it between times then I would recommend you have him looked at by a vet - he may have an intestinal issue that needs to be addressed.7/24/2014 7:09:58 PM

Anonymous

Pooped out when potty training I always took out 10/15 minutes whether they let me know or not to do their business ant I give them plenty of time to do sniffing etc included. Good luck! love min pins12/30/2014 7:39:39 AM

Anonymous

I had a min pin, he would not potty train. My mix breed female taught him how to ask to go outside. Also teathering him outside 30 min after he/she eats.2/25/2015 2:26:01 PM

Anonymous asked:

8/11/2013 3:12:35 PM

8/11/2013 3:12:35 PM

min pin and dachshund how long can the min pin and dachshund both of live for?

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Anonymous

The Miniature Pinscher's average life span is 14 - 15 years, while the Dachshund's average life span is 12 - 13 years.7/11/2014 5:49:41 PM

Anonymous

12 to 16 years. Genetics and the dogs environment will also play a big role in the dogs life span.7/24/2014 7:05:26 PM

Anonymous

I just lost my mini a year ago. She was 22 years old.
1/8/2015 8:02:56 PM

Anonymous asked:

7/9/2013 9:11:26 PM

7/9/2013 9:11:26 PM

Best food for a Miniature Pinscher age 11 Her back legs are shaking

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Anonymous

A grain-free, high quality puppy food is the best thing to feed your dog. Some brands to look at are Acana, Origjn, Taste of the Wild, Life Mates, Now and Go! If your dog's back legs are shaking, you need to take the dog to the vet.7/11/2014 5:50:09 PM

Anonymous

A quality meat based dog food made especially for SENIORS. I would check out the leg tremors as there could be a medical issue involved.7/24/2014 7:07:11 PM

Anonymous asked:

4/6/2013 5:37:51 PM

4/6/2013 5:37:51 PM

do minpins have any health problems?

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Anonymous

I have a min pin and she has not had any health problems at all. she is 9 years old, now.8/11/2013 3:14:05 PM

Anonymous

They can have. MinPins are predisposed to knee cap issues and hip issues. They can have MPS VI or be carriers of it and most of your good breeders will have their breeding dogs tested and not use one that is a carrier of the disease. 7/24/2014 6:55:27 PM

Anonymous

I have a 9 year old min-pin who is diabetic. Luckily he is not blind, and no signs of it!
Small dogs can be prone to this. Keep them on a good quality dog food and no people food.3/21/2015 5:17:52 PM

Anonymous asked:

4/2/2013 11:30:00 AM

4/2/2013 11:30:00 AM

i have asthma. can i have a minpin?

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Anonymous

Absolutely, yes. I have asthma bad enough at times that I have to use a nebulizer at times. I had my first min pin for 14 years, 2 weeks, and 2 days until cancer of the spleen took her.. I never had any problem being around the min pin who was my total shadow and complete lap dog and protector. I am just now getting a replacement for her. I also have a registered rat terrier and my asthma does not bother me with him around.3/23/2015 3:15:55 AM

Anonymous asked:

3/23/2013 1:24:46 PM

3/23/2013 1:24:46 PM

Is raw hide bad for puppies?

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Anonymous

I avoid them after seeing xrays of rawhide trapped in the gut.3/28/2013 11:24:40 PM

Anonymous

I had one get it stuck in their throat and had to take to vet to get it removed. I would never feed rawhide again.7/24/2014 7:04:09 PM

Anonymous

Yes, my VET warned me before anything happened.3/23/2015 3:17:07 AM

Anonymous asked:

3/18/2013 1:23:39 AM

3/18/2013 1:23:39 AM

Min pln dieting routine What are the best diets for a min pln?

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Anonymous

A meat based dog food is best. Lamb and Rice is very good.7/24/2014 7:01:38 PM

Anonymous asked:

2/25/2013 4:49:12 PM

2/25/2013 4:49:12 PM

bad farts in the night do they have bad gas

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Anonymous

No - not normally - gas is caused by an intestional issue - I would advise to change the dogs diet and change to something like Lamb and Rice.7/24/2014 7:03:23 PM

Anonymous asked:

2/21/2013 1:14:08 PM

2/21/2013 1:14:08 PM

Is there a solid chocolate minature pinscher with no markings of other colors as the red

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Anonymous

Yes there is - minature pinscher's are not considered breed standard however and most registries will not allow you to show them with the absent of Tan/Rust.3/13/2013 9:38:29 PM

Anonymous asked:

1/30/2013 12:48:54 AM

1/30/2013 12:48:54 AM

Is the Miniature Pinscher double jointed?

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Anonymous

Min Pins are not considered to be double jointed 7/24/2014 6:58:55 PM

Anonymous asked:

1/12/2013 9:44:26 PM

1/12/2013 9:44:26 PM

would it be safe to breed my female min pin and my male beagle?

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Anonymous

No considering the fact that min pin puppies are usually very small and beagles are larger it could result in a difficult birthing process for the min pin which could result in serious injuries or death11/12/2013 11:27:45 AM

Anonymous

I would not advise it - you would be breeding a smaller framed dog to a larger framed dog which could result in pregnancy and birthing issues.7/24/2014 7:00:31 PM

Anonymous asked:

1/12/2013 2:44:36 PM

1/12/2013 2:44:36 PM

I am thinking of getting a 7.5 month old min pin puppy; my little girl is 4 years old. Good idea? Both are neutered/spayed. She is perfect and very bonded to me, but I think she would enjoy the company. I know quite a lot about the prospective new one and think he would be a good dog, but I want to be fair to the girl I have.

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Anonymous

Dealing with the right breeder has all the answers to all potential questions.3/23/2015 3:20:17 AM

Anonymous asked:

1/10/2013 8:54:37 PM

1/10/2013 8:54:37 PM

What is the average size of a min pin litter?

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Anonymous

For one 8 to 10 pounds in size, the normal litter is 4 to 6 for miniature pinscher. 3/13/2013 9:39:19 PM

Anonymous asked:

12/19/2012 2:00:42 PM

12/19/2012 2:00:42 PM

I have a miniature min pin, female, 6 weeks, appears to be purebred but I have no papers. Worth?

2 Comments

Anonymous

100.00 to 150.00.1/9/2013 9:21:03 PM

Anonymous

I do not know that I could put a price on it as it is only worth what somebody is willing to pay for it.3/13/2013 9:34:57 PM

Anonymous asked:

11/10/2012 10:43:54 PM

11/10/2012 10:43:54 PM

Can i bath my mini pin she is 2 months old.

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Anonymous

Yes - I recommend Baby Shampoo3/13/2013 9:31:49 PM

Anonymous asked:

11/1/2012 10:03:09 PM

11/1/2012 10:03:09 PM

Our 2 1/2 year old min pin has gained 2 pounds due to excess treats...we have stopped the treats... Our 2 1/2 year old min pin has gained 2 pounds due to excess treats...we have stopped the treats and she has moderate exercise running in the park as much as we can take her. Otherwise she goes on daily walks 2x a day. We NOW feed her 1 x a day a cup of organic beef or chicken with minimal treats...how else can we help her lose the 2 lbs...thank you

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Anonymous

Try changing to a lamb and rice formula it helps keep the weight off12/10/2014 8:10:04 PM

Anonymous asked:

10/16/2012 10:27:03 AM

10/16/2012 10:27:03 AM

My min pin can not stand long her - front legs are sore to the touch. She whines when touched... My min pin can not stand long her - front legs are sore to the touch. She whines when touched but was fine yesterday. Someone said she was depressed because we got rid of the shih tzu dog. They were together for a year and a half. please help

it does not matter because miniatures have erect ears11/10/2012 8:57:33 PM

Anonymous

Min Pin ears should be clipped between 12 and 16 weeks of age by a licensed Veterinarian under anesthethic. 3/13/2013 9:40:07 PM

Anonymous

Not all will stand naturally. Our show cut ears are done at 6 weeks of age. 16 weeks is too old and traumatic, requires stitches as at 6 weeks they dont.3/28/2013 11:27:38 PM

Anonymous asked:

10/2/2012 3:33:18 PM

10/2/2012 3:33:18 PM

How many puppies do Miniature Pinscher's generally have?

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Anonymous

My Min Pin had 5 puppies in August. This was her first litter. 10/16/2012 1:38:53 PM

Anonymous

mine had 4 her 1st time.3 girls 1 boy3/3/2013 11:18:40 AM

Anonymous asked:

9/17/2012 1:27:19 PM

9/17/2012 1:27:19 PM

how long does a mini pin stay in heat and how long in between the 2 times?

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Anonymous

Min Pin's are in standing heat for approximately 10 days but you also have coming in and coming out days so overall it is about 3 weeks. They generally cycle every 6 months - some closer - some further apart.3/13/2013 9:37:38 PM

Anonymous asked:

9/9/2012 2:12:01 PM

9/9/2012 2:12:01 PM

What is the average life span for a min pin?

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Anonymous

A well-taken care of min pin without genetic issues should live 12 to 16 years.3/13/2013 9:32:31 PM

Anonymous asked:

9/5/2012 1:19:48 AM

9/5/2012 1:19:48 AM

I have a 3 year old female min pin and she is not good around other dogs and she starts crying... I have a 3 year old female min pin and she is not good around other dogs and she starts crying untill she can smell them what should i do

i have a min pin that is 6months old. i was wondering when she will be ready for mating????... i have a min pin that is 6months old. i was wondering when she will be ready for mating???? thanks....

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Anonymous

Speak with your vet. There are a number of things that need to be considered prior to breeding. Health, Maturity, Temperment, Genetics .... etc.3/13/2013 9:33:56 PM

Anonymous asked:

9/1/2012 11:30:56 PM

9/1/2012 11:30:56 PM

Is my 7 month old male mini pinscher ready to breed or is it too soon?

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Anonymous

It is best to wait until pinschers are 2-3 years old before they breed, or additional complications could proceed.11/1/2012 4:04:38 PM

Anonymous

Your min pin can breed at 7 months but you have to be careful as at this age they can have breeding issues so need to be watched closely upon mating. 3/13/2013 9:36:12 PM

Anonymous asked:

8/27/2012 8:02:45 AM

8/27/2012 8:02:45 AM

I have a min pin who is nine or ten weeks old. She's never barked. She whines if
she wants... I have a min pin who is nine or ten weeks old. She's never barked. She whines if
she wants something. She growls at our other dog. Shouldn't she already bark?

1 Comment

Anonymous

Some dogs don't bark until they are 3-5 months old. I had a pek-a-pom and she didn't bark until she was a little over 5 months old.11/1/2012 4:05:33 PM

Anonymous asked:

8/10/2012 12:06:37 PM

8/10/2012 12:06:37 PM

I have a 6 year old female min pin who has never been spayed or had puppies. I was looking into... I have a 6 year old female min pin who has never been spayed or had puppies. I was looking into breeding her with a friends male min pin but im concerned if shes too old. Is it safe for her to have her first litter at 6 years old?

3 Comments

Anonymous

Min Pins best breeding yrs is between 3 to 4 years old8/16/2012 2:58:04 AM

Anonymous

My mini pin just had her 1st litter this week, 6 pups and she will be 7 in November. Everything went well.9/19/2012 10:57:02 PM

Anonymous

Should have your miniature pinscher checked by a Vet before making your decision. At this age without having puppies previously her pelvic is already set and she might have issues delivering puppies. 3/13/2013 9:41:56 PM

Anonymous asked:

8/7/2012 1:23:04 AM

8/7/2012 1:23:04 AM

I have a 3 month old min pin basenji mix. I have never owned a min pin before and was just... I have a 3 month old min pin basenji mix. I have never owned a min pin before and was just wondering if it was normal for her to be a little thinner. She plays hard and naps a lot afterwards. I just wonder if I'm not feeding her enough. She eats 2 times per day. My wife feeds her boiled chicken, vegetables and brown rice. Is this enough substance for her? Please let me know. Thanks

2 Comments

Anonymous

its best to feed her dog food for it has complete nutrients8/16/2012 2:59:15 AM

Anonymous

I feed my min pin and my basenji both blue buffalo 'wilderness' formula. It is as close to what they would eat in the wild. Min pins are supposed to be thinner and they have wider rib cage then get smaller as it goes into the lower back area. Your dog should not look one width throughout like a sausage.
good luck 7/15/2013 8:13:40 PM

Anonymous asked:

7/29/2012 9:35:46 PM

7/29/2012 9:35:46 PM

I am interested in getting a Min Pin. Should I get Male or Female?

1 Comment

Anonymous

I had a male Min Pin and he was my husband's when we met, make sure that you are strict and train either one well. They can be biters. They also can be very loving. They will guard the home and their "treats" with that little dog fierceness. Whether it be male of female just make sure that the family members are all alpha.8/3/2012 12:14:20 PM

Anonymous asked:

7/9/2012 7:46:59 PM

7/9/2012 7:46:59 PM

I have a 5 week old min pin named Rebel and a 3 month old kitten named Foots. My kitten and pup... I have a 5 week old min pin named Rebel and a 3 month old kitten named Foots. My kitten and pup play and love eachother very much,though sometimes my kitten gets rough we break them up when this happens.....will this make my baby Rebel mean?

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Anonymous

I think this will make rebel tough but I don't think it will make him mean maybe your min pin will be aggressive to cats if this keeps happening10/28/2012 10:19:25 AM

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